We are excited to announce that Hong Kong Shue Yan University - Department of Data Science and Digital Innovation (DSDI) is the supporting organization of the CSDI Awards 2026 and it is now open for enrolment! The theme for this year's highly anticipated competition is "AI-empowered Spatial Data Creating Boundless Potential". This is a fantastic opportunity for students to showcase their technological skills and creativity.

Introduction & Competition Objectives The main objective of the CSDI Awards 2026 is to encourage participants to deeply integrate artificial intelligence (AI) with the analysis and use of spatial data, rather than treating AI only as a helper tool. The competition aims to explore innovative proposals for urban development, community services, and everyday life applications. Ultimately, it seeks to discover the crucial role of spatial data in building a smarter, more liveable, and more innovative Hong Kong.

Date: 20 NOV 2026 (Fri)
Time: 11:00 – 13:00 and 14:00 – 16:00
Location: RHB507 VR Lab
Quota: 4
Description:
🎯 Workshop Objectives, by the end of this workshop, participants will be able to:

1. Understand the hardware architecture of the HKSYU vCAVE system.
2. Set up and integrate the vCAVE SDK into Unity projects.
3. Deploy, run, and troubleshoot interactive spatial applications in the vCAVE environment.

Date: 11 November 2026 (Wednesday)
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
Venue: LG204, Game Development Laboratory, Main Building
Speakers: Winnie Tam and Ice Wong, Hong Kong Student Esports Federation (SEFHK)
About the Talk
Esports is far more than playing games. Behind every tournament is a whole industry of professionals, from casters and commentators to event producers, team managers, broadcast crews, content creators and marketers. In this Master Talk, two guest speakers from the Hong Kong Student Esports Federation (SEFHK) introduce the esports industry and the different job positions within it, sharing what each role involves and the skills needed to get started. They will also give an overview of the competitions held in Hong Kong, from student leagues to professional events, and how students can take part. The session closes with a Q&A, where students are welcome to ask about career paths and the local esports scene.

The 1st Hong Kong University FinTech Innovation Competition (2026) is now open for applications! Hong Kong Shue Yan University is one of the Supporting Organization. Organized by ICBC (Asia), this inaugural event marks the historic launch of a dedicated Hong Kong competition zone for the prestigious, flagship ICBC Cup National College Student Financial Technology Innovation Competition.
Under the guidance of the Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) and the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA), this competition is designed to empower young talent, promote industry-academic collaboration, and spark practical business model innovations within the modern banking and financial sectors.

Department has scheduled an Adobe Day Workshop on 14 October (Wednesday), from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM, in LG204. All students are welcome to attend.

Application Form: https://forms.gle/pAgWEsxXupCJuqMZ7

The Department of Data Science and Digital Innovation, is pleased to invite you to attend a Master Talk given by Prof. Thomas KS CHOI . The topic is Predictive analytics in healthcare with machine learning.

Are you ready to dominate the battlefield? For the first time in Hong Kong Shue Yan University, the DSDI Society is proud to host an Mobile Esports Tournament!
We are calling all HKSYU students to form their ultimate 5-player squads and battle for glory in Honor of Kings. Whether you are a seasoned Grandmaster or a rising star, this is your chance to showcase your teamwork, tactical brilliance, and fast reflexes. Don’t miss out on this historic esports milestone on campus. Gather your teammates, start practicing, and let's see who will be crowned the first-ever HKSYU Champions!

The Department of Data Science and Digital Innovation, together with the Game Development Laboratory, is pleased to invite you to attend a Master Talk given by Mr. Sam Adhikari, mobile game developer. The topic is Rapid Prototyping Games, Shipping Fast, and Validating Ideas Quickly.

The Department of Applied Data Science at Hong Kong Shue Yan University is proud to serve as an academic partner for the upcoming AInsane Hackathon: Reimagining Guest Experience for Star Ferry, co-organized by the Hong Kong Society of Artificial Intelligence and Innovation (HKSAII) and the AInsane initiative. Supported by industry giants including Cyberport, Samsung, Google Cloud, and Star Ferry Hong Kong, this high-impact, fast-paced sprint invites our students to bring a fresh digital perspective to one of Hong Kong’s most beloved heritage landmarks.

The department is inviting interested student to join the Hong Kong ICT Awards 2026. If you are interested, please refer to the official website to view the details of each award category.

The Department of Applied Data Science is proud to announce our participation in Hong Kong Shue Yan University's 55th-anniversary celebratory campaign, "Leveraging Digital Humanity for Social Good" (數碼人文拓展社會公益). As part of this university-wide initiative, we are hosting a two-part event series that bridges the gap between cutting-edge technology and community engagement.

由香港五邑總會主辦、香港樹仁大學聯合主辦的年度項目「第三屆 Art Tech 創新活動」現已啟動，旨在為同學提供融合藝術與科技的創新實踐平台。

報名截止日期： 2026 年 7 月 13 日（星期一）

更多活動詳情，歡迎瀏覽活動專頁：https://www.facebook.com/share/1SAbUtJ5kG/?mibextid=wwXIfr

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Department are delighted to share that our academic staff member, Dr. Luna LIU (劉暢 博士), will be presenting her solo exhibition. Please find the event details below, and we warmly encourage your support and participation if you are interested.

LunaLiu solo exhibition: MR Séance Illusion: Connecting with Soul Fragments in Porcelain

Department is inviting interested student to join the China University Computer Competition 2026 - Mobile Application Innovation Competition.

The Department of Applied Data Science cordially invites you to attend our upcoming Master Talk “Digital Transformation in the Building and Construction Industry” on 30 April 2026 (Thursday).

The "1st Hong Kong Shue Yan University Esports Tournament — VALORANT", co-organized by the Department of Applied Data Science and the Applied Data Science Society, will be held on March 27th!

Welcome all HKSYU undergraduate and exchange students to join the “HKSYU PG Education Fair 2026”! Engage in talks and programme consultations about HKSYU master's studies in social work, psychology, counselling psychology, play therapy, trauma psychology, game development management, smart cultural tourism, FinTech management, Chinese language and literature and teaching, marketing with consumer psychology, and more. Enjoy a free application fee* for 2026/27 entry! Light refreshments will be available.

Date: 11 Mar 2026 (Wed)

Time: 3pm-6pm

Venue: RLG1/F

*This offer is exclusive to HKSYU Year 4 students who attend the event in person and one free application fee for one programme only.

Join us on March 7, 2026, for a special information session where HKSYU faculty will provide in-depth program consultations for all visitors and HKGD members. This event is a premier opportunity to explore how our curriculum—balancing 70% digital game development with 30% strategic management—aligns your passion with the professional standards of the global market. Whether you aim to master cutting-edge engines or lead large-scale production teams, our professors will be on-site to discuss portfolio requirements, scholarship opportunities, and the exclusive career advantages of our industry-linked training. Visit us to refine your technical craft, sharpen your business acumen, and turn your creative potential into a lasting professional legacy.

The Game Development Laboratory from the Department of Applied Data Science is delighted to invite all GDM student to an exclusive upcoming Workshop - "Integrated Motion Capture Training".

Details of the event are as follows:

Date: 04 March (Wednesday)
Time: 10:00 - 16:00
Venue: RHB 507

畢業後想修讀碩士課程提升競爭力？不清楚IANG 留港發展申請條件與流程？立即登記參加2 月 4 日「申研＋留港」一站式說明會，一次了解有關兩個仁大「金融科技管理理學碩士」及「遊戲開發與管理理學碩士」課程與 IANG 留港安排，為未來發展作好準備！
對象：仁大大四內地學生
時間：2月4日(三) 3pm-6pm
地點：顧鐵華費肇芬儷廣場
語言：普通話

The Global Game Jam (GGJ) is the world’s largest game creation event, bringing together participants from all backgrounds to design and develop games within a challenging 48-hour timeframe. The event emphasizes creativity, learning, and collaboration, offering participants a chance to explore new technologies, form teams, and build innovative projects inspired by a secret theme revealed at the start of the jam.

The Game Development Laboratory from the Department of Applied Data Science is delighted to invite you to our upcoming "One-Day Integrated Motion Capture Training Workshop". This hands-on workshop will equip participants with foundational knowledge and practical skills to set up, calibrate, and perform a basic live-streaming or recorded capture session, integrating full-body (Xsens MVN Link), hand (Manus Gloves), and facial (Faceware) data into target 3D applications such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or Maya.

仁大將於12月18日（星期四） 舉行線上招生宣講會，由學系教授介紹遊戲開發與管理理學碩士課程特色及申請入學要點，並設有問答環節。誠邀各位屆時參與。

日期：12月18日（星期四）
時間：3:15pm-4:00pm
形式：香港樹仁大學微信視頻號及嗶哩嗶哩直播間直播

This talk will share some latest developments of healthcare applications using AI technologies in Hong Kong. The talk will provide some insights how AI and machine learning(ML) can improve our quality of life. It will explore the future directions of the use of AI/ML in healthcare applications. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the latest AI technologies and their potential to shape the future of Hong Kong healthcare systems.

The Department of Applied Data Science is excited to announce an Intensive Workshop Series on Digital Competency! The upcoming session, Build & Publish Your Flappy Bird Game in Unity, will be held on November 17, 2025, at RHB504, GD Lab. Participants will learn to create their own Flappy Bird game in Unity. Through the session, participants will gain valuable experience in game creation. By the end of the workshop, each participant will have a fully functional 2D game ready to play and publish on the online platform Itch.io. This engaging workshop offers an excellent opportunity for participants to enhance their technical skills, foster creativity, and explore the fundamentals of digital game development.

The Department of Applied Data Science cordially invites you to attend an upcoming Master Talk “Google AI Research Progress and Tools and the Future AI Directions” on 10 November 2025.

We are proud to announce that the Department of Applied Data Science at Hong Kong Shue Yan University is a co-organizer of the Huawei ICT Competition 2025. This year's competition includes two tracks: the Cloud Track and the Computing Track. We encourage all eligible students to participate in this prestigious event.

We are pleased to invite you to participate in our Public Research Results Seminars featuring the project titled “The Hong Kong Story of Play in Public Estates: Revitalization and Inheritance of HK Faded Public Playgrounds and Gameplay Activities in Immersive Virtual Environments” (CSTB.C27.9.196).

This is a public seminar, and no prior registration is required.

The upcoming InnoEX 2025, taking place from April 13 to 16, 2025. As a premier business platform for next-generation smart solutions, cutting-edge technologies, and disruptive innovations, InnoEX is the go-to venue for regional and cross-sector collaborations, with a special focus on Asia. Details and registration can be found on their official website. Looking forward to seeing you there!

The upcoming ISACA Student Leadership & Career Forum, hosted in collaboration with CUHK Centre for Innovation and Technology. The Department of Applied Data Science is the Supporting Organization of this event.

Our Info Day 2024 is coming this Saturday! This year's theme is "Shue Yan Trip". You are invited to join together with your friends and family to experience an exciting journey at Shue Yan!

This workshop aims to provide students with an introduction to the fundamentals of 3D modelling skills using the Unity Engine in VR platforms. Register now!

In "Info Day 2023", ADS hosted two events:
(1) Students demonstrated their student project in the laboratories.
(2) Our guest, Peter Lee (IBM Chief Technology Officer and Distinguished Engineer) gave a professional talk “Generative AI in Everyday”.

Head of Department of Applied Data Science, will be invited to deliver a talk “The Future of AI” to Shue Yan alumni on 16-June-2023. Pre-registration is required and details could be view here.

iFree Group Innovation & Research Centre will be open to public on Info Day 2022. We will bring a new experience to your senses with light and shadow. and will also showcase the smart city brought by technology and play mini games with you.

ADS showcased some demonstrations in laboratories in "Info Day 2022".

“華為ICT大賽” 華為公司面向全球大學生打造的ICT人才競技交流賽事，旨在為香港大專院校在讀學生提供國際化的學習平臺，提升學生的ICT知識水平。内容包括Cloud Track，IT技術理論知識（雲、大數據、存儲、Al等）。參賽者有機會獲得華為公司或夥伴公司實習機會（最終獎項按實際調整）。

The Head of Department of Applied Data Science, will be giving a talk on the topic "Big data is everywhere - How to equip yourself ?" at the Education & Careers Expo (22 July 2022). The seminar will provide the current trends of data analysis skills in industries and introduce our BSc-ADS programme features and related facilities.

The Head of Department of Applied Data Science, will be giving a talk on the topic "Big data is everywhere - How to equip yourself ?" at the 28th International Education Expo (9 July 2022). The seminar will provide the current trends of data analysis skills in industries and introduce our BSc-ADS programme features and related facilities.

新聞與傳播學系副系主任將會連同應用數據科學學系系主任於香港電台第二台奮發時刻DSE節目中介紹香港樹仁大學的兩個新課程，媒體設計與虛擬實境科技(榮譽)文學士及應用數據科學（榮譽）理學士。歡迎有興趣的同學收聽。

The seminar, Enhancing Customer Experience with XR Technologies, will discuss how these technologies can be used to enhance the customer experience. Additionally, it will address the prevalent factors influencing users’ acceptance of these XR applications.

The 5-day online Python Workshop is aimed at complete beginners who have never programmed before, as well as existing programmers who want to increase their skillset by learning Python.

The 2-hour fundamental workshop is tailor-made for SYU and will be delivered by AWS certified instructor on AWS Cloud Essentials for Business Leaders. Participants can learn the basic concepts of cloud computing and how a cloud strategy can help companies meet business objectives.

Dr. Gerhard Hancke, Associate Professor with the Department of Computer Science at City University of Hong Kong will be invited to deliver a talk on the topic, Ad-Hoc Security for Smart Things. This talk gives a brief overview of IoT, security issues in IoTs, continuing with discussion on the use of physical context to build, or improve, security services in IoT.

Our Virtual Reality Laboratory will be open to public for HKSYU Info Day 2021. You will be able to try on our VR equipment and experience the world of advanced technologies on 6 November 2021.

The webinar is about The Evolution History of Blockchain. We will invite Mr. Yuxiang Liu to go through the evolution history of blockchain from a p2p e-cash paper to a major industry and see how the community interact with each other to build up the blockchain world.

香港樹仁大學「愛訊集團創新及研究中心」舉行開幕典禮。由愛訊集團捐助，新增三個實驗室，包括「大數據實驗室」、「虛擬實境實驗室」、「社交機械人及數碼生活實驗室」，另外設有創新培育中心，師生在本學年可陸續使用。

Department of Applied Data Science was established on 1 September 2020.